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The Ministry of Education of Cuba announced this Sunday adjustments to the school schedule, due to the total disconnection of the National Electric System (SEN), which necessitates adapting teaching activities to the specific conditions of each region.
As a result, while the majority of institutions will resume their classes on Monday, March 17, in the provinces of Pinar del Río, Artemisa, and Mayabeque it has been postponed until Tuesday, March 18, according to the official newspaper Granma.
The measure was taken after assessing the availability of basic services, such as water and energy, and it has been decided that external and semi-internal centers resume their activities at least once a day, in accordance with the current coverage in each region.
The administrators of the educational institutions will inform students and families about the specific details of the new return schedules.
Moreover, in light of the current situation, the use of school uniforms has been relaxed, allowing students to attend without them.
The Ministry urged the educational community to maintain constant communication with institutional authorities, who will provide relevant updates as the evolution of conditions in each territory is assessed.
On Friday, Cuba experienced another widespread blackout following the total disconnection of the National Electric System (SEN).
This Sunday, the Antonio Guiteras Thermal Power Plant (CTE), located in Matanzas, synchronized with the National Electric System (SEN) after completing technical adjustments for its reactivation. Gradually, millions of households are regaining electricity.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Resumption of Classes and the Energy Crisis in Cuba
Why was the resumption of classes postponed in Pinar del Río, Artemisa, and Mayabeque?
The resumption of classes in Pinar del Río, Artemisa, and Mayabeque has been postponed due to the disconnection of the National Electric System, which affected the availability of basic services such as water and energy. The Ministry of Education decided to adapt the school return to the specific conditions of each area, prioritizing the safety and well-being of the students.
What is the current situation of the National Electric System (SEN) in Cuba?
The National Electric System has begun to gradually recover after a widespread blackout. The Antonio Guiteras Thermoelectric Plant has been resynchronized with the SEN, allowing millions of homes to start regaining electricity. However, the situation remains critical in some provinces, which still rely on microelectric systems to supply priority areas.
What measures has the Ministry of Education taken in response to the energy crisis in Cuba?
In light of the energy crisis, the Ministry of Education has made adjustments to the school schedule, allowing for flexibility in the use of school uniforms and recommending that the educational community maintain constant communication with local authorities to receive updates on the status of classes and services. Additionally, it has been arranged for educational institutions to adapt their schedules to the conditions of each region.
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